Bollywood actress Sonakshi Sinha recently found herself at the centre of unwarranted social media speculation, which she has now addressed with her signature blend of humour and grace. The chatter began after she attended an event in Mumbai wearing a striking red outfit, where a section of the internet incorrectly speculated she was trying to conceal a baby bump with her hand.
A Classic, Witty Clapback
Putting all rumours to rest, Sonakshi took to Instagram on Thursday with a brilliant post. She shared a carousel of pictures from producer Ramesh Taurani's Diwali celebration, which she attended with her husband, actor Zaheer Iqbal. While the initial images showcased her elegance in a traditional anarkali, the final slide revealed the couple bursting into laughter.
Her caption was a masterclass in sarcasm. "World record holder for longest pregnancy in human history (16 months and counting according to our lovely and hyper-intelligent media) simply for posing with a hand around midsection," she wrote. She then invited followers to "scroll to last slide for our reaction... and then continue to dazzle this Diwali."
Celebrity Reactions and Zaheer's Playful Dig
The witty post instantly resonated with fans and industry peers. Celebrities including Kusha Kapila, Iulia Vantur, and Shilpa Shirodkar reacted with laughing emojis, while fans flooded the comments with love and applause for her sassy response.
The fun didn't stop there. Interestingly, during the same Diwali event, Zaheer Iqbal also joined in on the playful rebuttal. While posing for photographers, he jokingly placed his hand on Sonakshi's midriff, mimicking the speculated gesture. He then laughed it off, telling the paparazzi, "Sambhaal ke," as Sonakshi moved ahead for solo pictures, making it clear the entire act was in jest.
A Love Story Forged in Bollywood
Sonakshi and Zaheer's relationship has deep roots in the film industry. The pair first met at a party hosted by Salman Khan back in 2013. However, the romantic sparks truly flew later, in 2017, at the after-party of the film Tubelight. After a courtship lasting nearly seven years, the couple decided to tie the knot.
In 2024, they got married in an intimate civil ceremony under the Special Marriage Act. The wedding was held at Sonakshi's Mumbai residence, surrounded by their immediate family and closest friends, marking the beginning of their new life together.
